On January 21, 2025, the Louisville Cardinals delivered a masterclass in basketball, overwhelming the SMU Mustangs with a commanding 98-73 victory
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. This game was a showcase of Louisville’s offensive firepower and defensive prowess, as they dominated from start to finish
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The Cardinals, ranked No
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. Smith’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, as he broke the single-game Louisville record for threes in a game, previously set in 2003
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. His 10th three-pointer of the night came in the final minutes, solidifying his place in Louisville basketball history
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Chucky Hepburn, another standout performer, recorded a career-high 16 assists, setting a new program record for Louisville
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. Hepburn’s playmaking was instrumental in the Cardinals’ offensive success, as they recorded a season-high 27 assists and scored 1.44 points per possession
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. Hepburn also contributed 13 points, including three three-pointers, giving him a double-double for the night
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James Scott and J’Vonne Hadley each added 16 points to the scoreboard, with Scott achieving a career-high 16 points through five dunks and his first made three-pointer
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. Hadley was efficient from the field, shooting 5-of-8 and 2-of-4 from beyond the arc
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On the defensive end, Louisville held SMU to just 73 points, with Boopie Miller, SMU’s leading scorer, held to only seven points on 2-of-12 shooting
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. The Cardinals’ defense was relentless, shutting down the conference’s highest-scoring team and limiting them to just 23 field goals on 57 attempts
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The game was essentially over by halftime, with Louisville leading 50-27
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. The Cardinals continued their onslaught in the second half, never allowing SMU to get within striking distance
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. Louisville’s 98 points were the most they had scored in a game this season, and their 19 made three-pointers tied for the second most in program history
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This victory marked Louisville’s ninth straight win and their third 20-point win of the season
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. The Cardinals now sit at 15-5 overall and 8-1 in the ACC, looking more and more poised to run the table throughout the regular season
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For those who want to relive the highlights of this impressive performance, you can watch the game highlights here.
Louisville’s dominant performance against SMU is a testament to their hard work, teamwork, and determination. It’s a game that will be remembered for its record-breaking performances and the sheer dominance displayed by the Cardinals. As they continue their season,
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